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  • Опубликовано: 28 май 2021
  • Hi Guys,
    I have a special treat for you. I got the opportunity to try two zero turn mowers. They are commercial grade mowers from my local Kioti dealer. I hope you enjoy my review of these awesome units. Let me know what you think.
    #mywildkioti
    #scagmowers
    #kiotizeroturn
    #cowlitzriverrigging
    #kiotizxcse
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  • @powerhouse4450
    @powerhouse4450 23 дня назад +1

    My skag is 18 years old i will put it agaist any mower never gave me any problems awsome mower

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  23 дня назад +1

      Hey there!
      Right on! Awesome! I love mine as well! Cheers!🇺🇸🚜

  • @PRShoup
    @PRShoup 2 года назад +4

    Was so looking forward to seeing the kioti/scag zero- turn mow-off! . But was quickly disappointed when all you showed was time-lapse?? Would have been nice to hear and see them operate in real-time so as to get a feel for how it actually operated (engine sound, visual vibrations/bouncing, quality of cut, etc)
    While I appreciate the work you put into this video...in the end, all we got was spec info and your opinion on running them.
    I appreciate the majority of your channel. Keep up the good tractor videos!

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  2 года назад

      😊Hi Floyd! Sorry to disappoint, although you were not the only one, I had others that wanted me to get deep in the weeds about the hydraulic system and other mechanical things way above my head. Honestly, it was a very difficult decision and I really did not notice much difference between the two mowers. I understand what you are saying about a true feel for each of them. I have been happy with the Scag so far. Thanks for checking out the video and commenting.🚜🇺🇸🍺

  • @kipcudd7253
    @kipcudd7253 3 года назад +2

    Is available in twin stick steering or a single joystick leaving your left hand free to move branches out of the way. 25 hp Kawasaki engine, Around 8500.00 but I got it at 6500.00 as it was clearance priced as it was a leftover 2019 model. Has a pivoting front axle to follow the terrain better and the deck flips up vertically under the mower for cleaning and servicing the blades, nice for me me as I don't have to lay down to clean deck. Love it even tho the joystick is very sensitive only slight movements to steer it. See it on you tube videos under country Clipper. I traded in my John Deere zero turn that the deck was completely wore out.

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад

      Oh man, those are some awesome features! Love the joystick and the tilting deck! 👍 You got an sweet deal!

  • @mailmanx69
    @mailmanx69 2 года назад +2

    I have the "pro-sumer" version of the Kioti which is a ZXR (for "residential) vs ZXC (for "commercial) SE with 60-inch deck. I have had it for about 5 months. It's for personal use only. I use it to mow about 3-acres of grass each week. I also take it out through the woods every few weeks to keep my paths clear. I originally cut them with chainsaw and a tractor with a rotary cutter, but that's overkill, now. The Kioti does a great job of munching through new growth brush trying to encroach on the trails.
    My lawn has some pretty serious ruts in places, so the cushy seat is nice. There are VERY FEW differences between the ZXC and ZXR. The main differences are hydros (3200 residential, 3400 commercial) and engines (Kohler Confidant residential, Kohler Command Pro commercial). It's hard to find any other differences. Mine has the lights, the keypad, the hydro fans. Oh yeah, there is a difference in fuel capacity. Mine only has one tank for a 7.5 gallon capacity. I am fine with that. The thing is a beast. It hauls around it's own 900+ lbs along with my 280 lbs with authority. Tall grass doesn't bog it down unless I stupidly try to cut really low. The Kioti is a BEAST! It's built to take a beating. I mow pretty fast when I can. Some of my uneven, rutted ground hidden under the grass gives us a beating. I think I'll break before the mower does. If you are shopping for a ZTR, give Kioti a look.

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  2 года назад

      😊👍 Wow! Nice! You did an excellent review! I really liked the Kioti a lot! I ended up going with the Scag mower, mostly because of the great discount they “Brave” program offers. Thanks for checking out the video and commenting!🍺🚜🇺🇸

    • @timmichalchuk5134
      @timmichalchuk5134 2 года назад +1

      Mister MailManX how is it mowing across slopes?
      Where I live many lawns are uneven. Steep sometimes, does it handle it ok?

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  2 года назад

      Hi there! 👍👊 I would say it does well, it slows some up hill and you definitely don’t want to turn down hill when it’s damp. Overall the Scag has been good, sometimes I still think about the Kioti.😂🚜🌲 thanks for checking out the channel!

  • @Raul28153
    @Raul28153 2 года назад +1

    Scag is the mower to buy if you are running a business and employees will use it. Scags are solid hard to break and uncomfortable. Ferris is my preferred mower. It's got a front suspension and they now come with a seat that is sprung and adjustable

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  2 года назад +1

      Hey Raul! I ended up getting the Scag! I have been pleased with it so far. It was a tough choice! The Scag deal was hard to pass up! The Ferris sounds awesome! Thanks for stopping by!🚜🇺🇸🍺

  • @KingsOutdoorLife
    @KingsOutdoorLife 3 года назад +1

    I am trying to be like you! I got my zero turn today. I have been waiting 6 weeks for it to get off back order. I was literally built in the last 2-3 weeks. I didn't know Kioti even made one! Great video!

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад +1

      😂👍Which zero turn did you get? Where’s the video? I actually bought the Scag mower, but it was a really tough choice. The zero turns are a blast. Thanks for watching!🍺🇺🇸🚜

    • @KingsOutdoorLife
      @KingsOutdoorLife 3 года назад +1

      @@tractorrookie Well I just finished editing and scheduled it to publish at 8:00 am CDT. I bought a Bobcat. In my estimation it was the best mower for the money in the just below commercial space. It seems to be built like a commercial mower, but a couple grand cheaper. Are you changing the name of the channel? Scags & Dogs?

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад

      @@KingsOutdoorLife Nice! I know, I figure I have some explaining to do. Not sure what I’ll say yet. 😊 Scag did offer a 15% first responder discount, that tipped the scale for me. I’m anxious to see your video. 👍🚜🇺🇸

  • @kipcudd7253
    @kipcudd7253 3 года назад +2

    I've got a COUNTRY Clipper , made in Iowa, Challenger model with 52" deck, fabricated deck, 903 lbs, starting point of their commercial line without ROPSS, IS

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад

      Hi Kip, the Country Clipper looks like a really nice mower. No dealers in my area, they definitely look very well made. Thanks for stopping by and checking out the video. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @morejelloplease
    @morejelloplease 3 года назад +1

    Crazy, I just bought the patriot coming from a liberty, I posted some videos myself and will be posting my patriot exit interview video soon.

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад

      💪 Thanks for checking out the video! I’m not sure if you like them or not. I’ll check out some of your videos!🚜🍺🇺🇸

  • @Liledgy100
    @Liledgy100 3 года назад +2

    Fuel injection or carbs? Do they have individual hydro motors and pumps or is it a single hydro? What’s the skag deck thickness? Both need to accept a grass gobbler type catcher along with a block off plate (chute blocker). Run flats on the front?

  • @Dgrinde
    @Dgrinde 22 дня назад +1

    Its always about engine and pumps. I didnt catch infor on pumps

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  22 дня назад

      Obviously for some that may be true. Now, three years later, I sell them part time. Actually hardly anyone inquires about those things. To each their own! Cheers!🇺🇸🚜

  • @boblani8150
    @boblani8150 3 года назад +4

    Nice video, but when covering zero turns, type and size of transmission would be helpful. Thanks, watch your videos all the time.

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад +1

      Thanks Bob! I appreciate your feedback! I was honestly a little overwhelmed thinking about what folks might want to know. Transmission type makes sense. Take care! 🚜🇺🇸🍺

  • @ScagPowerEquipment
    @ScagPowerEquipment 3 года назад +1

    Appreciate the review, best of luck in your decision! #SimplyTheBest

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад +1

      💪👍Thank you! I have a new Scag Patriot parked in the shop. Your support of first responders was just one more selling point. I am looking forward to years of great service and fun. Being retired law enforcement, I was impressed with Scag’s support in today’s world. Thank you!💙🇺🇸

    • @ScagPowerEquipment
      @ScagPowerEquipment 3 года назад +1

      @@tractorrookie Thank you for your service keeping our communities safe!

  • @PurpleCollarLife
    @PurpleCollarLife 3 года назад +1

    Both look like great machines! But you have Kioti in your channel name. . . . so - is the Scag even an option? :)

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад

      😁👍 Right?! Actually, I did pick one. Hopefully a new video soon!🚜🍺🇺🇸

  • @Liledgy100
    @Liledgy100 3 года назад +2

    Kioti should’ve made it 52” deck. That is the industry standard (as is 32”,36”,48”,61”,72”). No commercial guy is going to buy a 54”.

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад +1

      😊😳 Hi Tim! You sound like a commercial guy! I’m obviously not. I do not know the answer to some of your questions, I’m sure they are relevant to the commercial user. I do not have the expertise to speak intelligently about more than what I did in the review. Thank you for your comments and checking out the video! 🚜🍺🇺🇸

    • @Liledgy100
      @Liledgy100 3 года назад +1

      @@tractorrookie haha, we’ll I cut my estate lawn a few rentals and a 2 acres( it’s 7 acres total) lake property I own. I use a Wright stander x. We have a 20 year old exmark Lazer z that we use around our farm to cut 4-5 acres, just put a motor in it last year. Hope your enjoying your Kioti compact, I’ve got a 2014 dk40 hst se. Last year of tier 3 emissions. It’s an absolute beast of a tractor (used to have a Ck35). The loader strength is absolutely ridiculous.

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад +1

      That’s a lot of grass. It sounds like you have a nice set up! Take care!🍺🚜🇺🇸

    • @nitrooffroad2269
      @nitrooffroad2269 3 года назад +3

      John Deere and Kubota ZTRs offer 54 inch decks. Probably others but I know those off the top of my head.

    • @John_D2
      @John_D2 2 года назад +1

      @@nitrooffroad2269 exactly. hustler and many more offer 54" decks.

  • @randysadler5479
    @randysadler5479 2 года назад +1

    What did you decide. I’m currently looking at that same Kioti in a 60”.

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  2 года назад

      Hi Randy!!!😊 I actually talk about my decision in the next episode #143. I went with the Scag! I think either mower would have been a good pick. It was a financial decision mostly. I get into it on the next video. Bottom line, I think I would have been happy with either one. Thanks for checking out the video! Best of luck with your decision!!🇺🇸🚜🍺

  • @Dgrinde
    @Dgrinde 22 дня назад +1

    No discussion on pumps and axles?

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  22 дня назад

      Hi @Dgrinde
      True! Being my first zero turn experience, that data would have meant little to me. Now, years later, I still don’t know much about the mechanical differences. That probably would have been helpful to those knowledgeable about it, but it is also easily accessible on the internet. Thanks for checking out the video. Cheers!🇺🇸🚜

  • @lonewolfFirearms
    @lonewolfFirearms 3 года назад +1

    Once I bought a zero turn mower I will never go back to anything else. Cut my mowing time in half on my 6 acres.

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад +1

      👍 Thanks Bill! I have heard that! Double the fun in half the time!😂😁🇺🇸🚜🍺

  • @bubbajames3046
    @bubbajames3046 2 года назад +2

    Nice review. Out of the two There I’d pick Kioti. But if it were up to me I’d pick a Bad Boy Mower.

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  2 года назад +1

      😊👍 Hi Nick! Thank you! It was a tough call between the two. I picked Scag because of the great offering they give to first responders. I have heard a lot of good things about the Bad Boy Mowers! I appreciate you checking out the video!
      Take care! 🇺🇸🚜🍺

  • @boardbeampdx9727
    @boardbeampdx9727 2 года назад +1

    Dude I live like an hour from you, and thought you on the east coast for some reason hahaha,
    I’m in Oregon and in several of the same groups as you are.

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  2 года назад

      😎👍Hey buddy! Cool! Nice to hear I have some likeminded neighbors. I worked in Portland until we moved out the woods. Thanks for checking out the channel! Take care!🚜🍺🇺🇸

    • @boardbeampdx9727
      @boardbeampdx9727 2 года назад +1

      Nice! I live on a little over 6 acres in Boring, and I need a good ZT to accompany my CK 35hst SE hahaha
      Did you end up getting one?

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  2 года назад +1

      @@boardbeampdx9727 You do! I look forward to mowing, it’s like an amusement park ride!!!😊Yes! I went with a Scag! I did a couple videos on it!

    • @boardbeampdx9727
      @boardbeampdx9727 2 года назад +1

      @@tractorrookie ok great!
      But I looked from episode 142 to the current episodes and didn’t see it, did I miss it?

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  2 года назад +1

      #142 was the Kioti Vs Scag. #143 is the Scag purchase info.
      ruclips.net/video/t130XFI_ayw/видео.html

  • @lolawalsh9187
    @lolawalsh9187 Год назад +1

    Is this Kioti commercial zxr? Transmission?

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  Год назад

      Hi there,
      Yes! They call it a hydro-gear transmission. I am not a mechanical guy, sorry I can’t elaborate beyond that. Thanks for checking out the video!🍺🚜👍

  • @annieboulton5759
    @annieboulton5759 3 года назад +1

    Hi Mike. Great video. I like the Kioti cos it matches your tractor. The Scag is good as it has the feature to collect the clippings. It is a decision! I drove ours twice and crashed it twice so I'm not allowed to cut the grass anymore HURRAY!!!! Lol. Take care Mike xxx

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад +1

      👍😁 Thanks Anne. Matching is important. 😊 Big decision and I’m still up in the air. Crash it, huh? That sounds suspicious. Well done! Appreciate you checking in. Have a good one!🚜🇺🇸🍺

  • @tracyweilandrealtorbeekeep3957
    @tracyweilandrealtorbeekeep3957 3 года назад +1

    Love the Kenny Rogers retired guy beard!!!

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад

      😂😁 Thanks buddy! My bride likes it, otherwise it would probably be gone! 💪🍺🚜🇺🇸

    • @tracyweilandrealtorbeekeep3957
      @tracyweilandrealtorbeekeep3957 3 года назад +1

      @@tractorrookie thats a definite plus then! Plus! I wouldnt DARE stepping on your lawn!! Rock salt in a shotgun shell sound painful! 😂

    • @adventurerhoades
      @adventurerhoades 3 года назад +1

      My first time on zero turn as well. I love it. Hit your sub button as well. It's amazing easier than I thought to learn. Beautiful property. Agree Legalize Freedom

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад +1

      👍 Thanks! I am still debating. It’s a lot of money, but they sure make mowing easier. I appreciate the sub and your service! 🇺🇸🚜🍺

  • @ThisIsWhereMyNameGoes
    @ThisIsWhereMyNameGoes 3 года назад +1

    Well I guess I need a RUclips channel as well so Scott will lend me some cool stuff. 😂

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад +1

      😂😁 Hi Adrien, I was actually a little surprised that he offered to bring them out. Of course, I was bugging him about doing another video. I’ll put in a good word for you!👍🇺🇸🚜🍺

  • @charlesreed6404
    @charlesreed6404 3 года назад +2

    Nice comparison video. Thanks for sharing. I wouldn't trade my Cub Cadet ZT2 for either one, and paid conciderably less $$.

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  3 года назад

      👍 Thanks Charles! That’s awesome that you found one you are happy with. I appreciate you checking out the video and commenting. Take care 🇺🇸🚜😁

  • @TheSwampChicken-II
    @TheSwampChicken-II 2 года назад +2

    Cut quality is ass on the Kioti mower.
    You know what else is ass about these mowers?
    The keyless start.
    Son of God, I cannot stand the keyless start.
    Huge turnoff for me.

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  2 года назад

      Hi DesertStormBattlebot! Thank you for your service! I appreciate you weighing in on the mowers! I have not heard the term “ass”, but I figured it wasn’t good! I landed on the Scag! They have a great first responder program / discount! Take care!🍺🇺🇸🚜

  • @nickolascrego5716
    @nickolascrego5716 2 года назад +1

    Those are fabricated decks.

    • @tractorrookie
      @tractorrookie  2 года назад

      👍 Thanks for checking out the video!🍺🚜🇺🇸